The Life We Bury

I just finished The Life We Bury, and this one pulled me in right from the start—which I always appreciate.

The story follows a college student assigned to write a biography, and he ends up interviewing a dying man with a criminal past. What starts as a simple assignment turns into something much deeper, and honestly, I didn’t expect to get so invested.

What really got me was how real everything felt. The main character isn’t just dealing with this story—he’s also carrying a lot in his own life, especially having to take care of his autistic brother and dealing with a mother who just isn’t there for him. That part hit me more than I thought it would.

There’s a bit of mystery, some twists, but what stayed with me most is the emotional side of it—the idea that people are more than the worst thing they’ve ever done, and that sometimes the truth isn’t as simple as it seems.

Also, with April 2nd being Autism Awareness Day, this book felt even more meaningful reading it now. The relationship between the brothers adds something really genuine and human to the story.

Overall, this was a great read for me. It kept my attention, made me think, and had just enough emotion without feeling heavy.